Chicago Reader
Dan Jakes is a producer for Filmspotting's "The Next Picture Show" podcast, where Dan works on post-production audio editing. Dan is also a contributing writer for the Chicago Reader, Onion, Inc., and Time Out Chicago, focusing on performing arts reviews and features. Additionally, Dan has experience in account management at Groupon and has worked in various roles at Tomato Mountain Organic Farm and Keller Williams Chicago-Lincoln Park. Jakes also has a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in Theatre Literature, History, and Criticism from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign.
Chicago Reader
The Chicago Reader is Chicago's largest free biweekly newspaper, nationally recognized as a leader in the alternative press. Since 1971, the Reader has served as Chicago's political conscience, cultural guide, and music authority. Known for its in-depth coverage of Chicago politics, the Reader explores and exposes the news and issues that affect city living. The Reader provides an essential guide to the city's most important cultural events. In addition to reviews and listings of dining, film, theater and the arts, the Reader is the leading voice of Chicago's vibrant music scene. The Chicago Reader reaches smart, opinionated people who make things happen.